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Balgonie Castle, Scotland April 2014 Vol. 2 Issue 2
The Supreme Military Order of the Temple of Jerusalem
http://www.grandprioryofthescots.org/
NEWS FROM THE BAILIWICK
BY H.E. DAME PATRICIA TENNYSON, BELL , GCTJ, GMTJ,
EXECUTIVE OFFICER – GRAND BAILIWICK - OREGON
Connall and I travelled to Templar functions since the last newsletter. Connall attended the investiture in Springfield, Mis-souri, on March 8, had breakfast with the Commander of the Commandery of Stirling, Geoff Chaboude and his wife Judy. On Monday, March 11, he had dinner with members of the Commandery of Ballantrodach in Min-neapolis, Minnesota. He wishes to thank everyone he met for their wonderful hospitality. Of course, he was able to renew friendships and meet the new members as well. Chevalier Robert Ryder was elevated to Knight Com-mander at the investiture. Chevalier Ryder has done and continues to do a great job as editor of The Victor. The Priory collected over $1000 and the Bailiwick matched this amount, so over $2000 went to their chari-ty which this year is research for Breast Cancer. A happy event was announced at the investiture din-ner. Chevalier Todd Wilkinson and Dame Laurissa Gronwall became engaged to be married. Congratula-tions to you both. See page 7. I made a short trip to Southern California and was able to attend the Ronald MacDonald House in Pasadena. What a turn out – Dame Cheryl Cook did an excellent job arranging this event. Here again, it was wonderful to see many friends and to meet four of our postulants. I will try to make it to St. Columba’s convent in the Autumn and will definitely be at the investiture in No-vember in Southern California. The Commandery of St. Cuthbert’s (Northern Califor-nia and Oregon) will welcome the visit of their Prior on June 7. There is a dinner on June 6, then a church meeting and dinner on June 7. We hope to get at least 18 members and 2 postulants. Connall and I will be there as well.
Connall sent his annual letter to our Grand Pri-or and informed him of all the hard work performed by our members with regard to various charities. This is our purpose/mission and it is wonderful to see the en-
thusiasm which exists whether as a team or on an indi-vidual basis. All of this is confirmed when you read the reports of the two Priories within this edition.
It is also good to remem-ber that we are brothers and sisters within the Or-der and although we don’t always agree on every top-ic, we do respect and be-have courteously to each other.
This time last year, I trav-elled to Scotland to attend Stuart’s and Kelly’s wed-ding at Balgonie Castle and many of our members attended the investiture at the same venue in August. Many of our members are travelling to Scotland this year to attend their clan functions. I somehow always feel I have arrived home whenever I arrive on Scotland’s shore (I keep this quiet from my Irish relatives). It is a very proud heritage that we all have in common.
Remember that our next investiture to be held in Scotland at Balgonie Castle will take place in August 2017. Chevalier G. Allen Cummings continues to up-date the website and is grateful for additional infor-mation from both priories. This is also true for Chevalier Robert Ryder who needs lots of data for each edition of The Victor.
The next Privy Council Meeting will take place on April 26
th.
We want to thank every member for their dedication.
Patricia
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Editors note for corrections from SMOTJ Vol. 2 Issue 1
The charity for Bon Accord - Dame Laurissa, DTJ suggested, and collected to ship items for Afghan children. Please see page. 7. Also, correction of title of rank: Chev. Geoffrey Chaboude, KCTJ, GMTJ.
Updates and Changes in Identity:
Please send if you and yours have a change of - name/marriage, address, email, births, deaths, promotions, etc. This information should be given through the Chain of Command.
In this issue:
Executive Officer
Editor’s Notes
Privy Council, etc.
Priory of St. Columba
Investiture 2014
Commandery of
Stirling
Preceptory of Rosslyn
Prior y of Robert
the Bruce
Commandery of
Saint Cuthbert
Commandery
of Athlit
Commandery of Good
Sir James
Engagement
Highlands to the Plains
"It is in truth not for glory, nor riches, nor honours that we are fighting, but for freedom - for that alone, which no good man gives up but with life itself." Declaration of Arbroath, Scotland, 1320
Attending to our respected Priory, Commandery and Preceptory meetings,
and our bi-yearly gatherings of Investitures and Convents, we can fulfill our
Templar oaths. Plus, it is fun to meet again with our friends.
http://www.scotsman.com/news/odd/tallest-tree-in-britain-found-in-highland-glen-1-3353599
http://www.scotsman.com/video/entertainment-and-lifestyle/william-wallace-s-sword-goes-on-display-
3431007443001
Grand Priory of the Scots – Source: http://www.grandprioryofthescots.org/objectives.php Aims and Objectives
To perpetuate the chivalric traditions of knighthood. To carry out significant works of welfare and charity. To be a patron of Historical, Heraldic, and Genealogical
studies concerning the Order, and Knighthood connected with the Order.
To protect the National Culture of Scotland. The Grand Priory's aim is to promote Scotland's cultural heritage through the ide-als of Chivalry. In today’s world, these aims include the following: The Grand Priory of the Scots is not a fraternal or secret society. The Order recog-nizes Christians who have made outstanding contributions to the Scottish community by electing them into the Order without bar regarding nationality or race. The knights and dames of the Order work together in support of the Order’s ongoing programs primarily in the United States, as well as in Scotland. The day-to-day work of the Order is funded entirely by the members who remit a small yearly oblation to the Grand Priory of the Scots. Being self-funded, the Order is able to be and remains an independ-ent, nonpolitical, ecumenical Christian Order of chivalry and charity. Throughout the year, the Order participates in or hosts various formal meetings, social events, charity functions and commem-orative gatherings. © Grand Priory of The Scots 2014
It is a Templar Affair
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It is an honor and pleasure to put together our newsletter, The Victor. Thank you very much for all who contributed to this issue. Best Wishes, Chev. Robert Ryder, KCTJ - Editor
H.E. Chev. J. Connall Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ
Grand Bailiff - Grand Bailiwick
2984 Siskiyou Blvd.
Medford, OR 97504
Home: 541-690-1871 / Cell: 626-664-3912
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The Grand Bailiwick of the Scots - Privy Council
Chev. Charles William Graham, Jr, GOTJ, GMTJ
Deputy Grand Bailiff - Grand Bailiwick
2792 Redwing Circle
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Home: 714-610-8368
H.E. Dame Patricia Tennyson Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ
Executive Officer - Grand Bailiwick
2984 Siskiyou Blvd.
Medford, OR 97504
Home: 541-690-1871 / 626-664-3830
Chev. Del Wiese, KCTJ, BMTJ
Treasurer - Grand Bailiwick
3033-B South Manly Avenue
Springfield, MO 65807
Cell: 417-848-7857
Dame Nellie G. Lowry, DTJ
Supply Officer - Grand Bailiwick
9654 Kessler Avenue
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Home: 818-886-4968
Dame Michele D. Graham, DCTJ
Secretary - Grand Bailiwick
2792 Redwing Circle
Costa Messa, CA 92626
Home: 714-610-8368
The Grand Bailiwick of the Scots - Priories
H.E. Chev. W. James Nethery, GCTJ, SMTJ
Prior - Priory of Robert the Bruce
4325 E. Terra Vista Lane
Anaheim, CA 92057
Home: 714-637-4330
H.E. Chev. Mark C. O’Dell, GCTJ, BMTJ
Prior - Priory of St. Columba
Hardecke House, 3235 N. Pickwick
Springfield, MO 65803
Cell: 417-425-6873
Chev. Allen Cummings, KCTJ
Webmaster
7409 Jessica Way
Rowlett, TX 75089
Home 972– 412-3660
Chev. Robert Ernest Ryder, KCTJ - Editor
Secretary for the Priory of St. Columba
2858 Grasshill Rd #222
Brookline Station, MO 65619
Home: 417-987-3837 / Cell: 417- 496-8610
[email protected] or [email protected]
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The Priory of St. Columba had a great investiture weekend a few weeks ago which Robert writes about in detail in this edition. Things are rolling along smoothly and the commanderies and preceptories of the priory continue to work hard. We are all looking forward to this years convent which will be held in St. Charles, Missouri on the first weekend of August. H.E. Chev. Mark C. O'Dell, GCTJ,BMTJ Prior, Priory of St.Columba
Priory of St. Columba — 2014 Investiture
The Priory of St. Columba began the 2014 Investiture weekend with the Postulant’s Reception, March 7 at 7PM. The venue was the Hardecke House - the lovely home of Prior H.E. Chev. Mark O’Dell, GCTJ, BMTJ, and also the Commander of Bon Accord,
Dame Adele O’Dell, DCTJ, BMTJ. It was said by many in attend-ance that the nourishments of the reception was excellent, and such was provided by the Dames of Bon Accord.
The Priory of St. Columba welcomed from the Privy Council H.E. Chev. J. Connall Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ, the Grand Bailiff – Grand Bailiwick. It is always a pleasure to be in the presence of the Grand Bailiff and visit with him.
The Priory of St. Columba attendance for the Investiture week-end were the following:
Chev. Geoffrey Chaboude, KCTJ, GMTJ, Commander, Commandery of Stirling, and Judy Chaboude DCTJ; Chev. Chris Jessen, GOTJ, BMTJ – Pri-ory Protocol Officer; Chev. James Brewen, KTJ, and Dame Janey Brewen, DTJ; Chev. Derrick Bruce, KTJ, and Dame Deborah Bruce, DTJ, along with their son, Richard [guest].
Chev. R. Neil Johnson, KCTJ, Preceptor, Pre-ceptory of Bal-lantrodach; Chev. Robert [Bob] Buie, GOTJ, Priory Chancellor; Chev. John Burroughs, KTJ.
Chev. G. Allen Cummings, KCTJ, Preceptor, Preceptory of Rosslyn and Webmaster for SMOTJ, and Dame San-dra Cummings, DTJ.
Dame Adele O’Dell, DCTJ, BMTJ, Commander, Commandery of Bon Accord, and H.E. Chev. Mark O’Dell, GCTJ, BMTJ – Prior of St. Columba; Chev. James Gallion, KTJ - Man at Arms; Chev. Robert “Mac” O’Dell, KTJ – Herald, and Dame Marilyn O’Dell, DTJ; Chev. Bruce Ratcliff, KTJ – Sword Bearer, and Vicki Ratcliff, DTJ – Chaplain; Chev. Del Wiese, KCTJ, BMTJ - Treas-urer – Grand Bailiwick, and Dame Beth Wiese, DTJ, BMTJ; Chev. Harrison Dan Philbrick, KTJ – Sentinel, and Dame Anita Scott Philbrick, DTJ; Chev. Robert Ryder, KTJ – Priory Secre-tary, Editor – The Victor, and Dame Catherine Ryder, DTJ; Chev. Todd J. Wilkinson, KCTJ – Lieutenant, Garde Ecosse; Dame
Laurissa Gronwall, DTJ.
Saturday afternoon, March 8 at 3:30PM. Taking the Oath: the Solemn Investiture of Candidates for Knighthood was held at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO. The Postulants in waiting were L-R Jeffrey Scott Campbell, Lucinda Goetz, Jay Goetz, and Thomas Richard-son.
In the heart of the Ozarks, the Ceremonial Opening of the Ritual by the Prior of the Priory of St. Columba took place: Le Ordre Supremus et Militaire de Temple de Jerusalem.
The procession for the Priory of St. Columba: Piper – Dalton Williams; Sword Bearer – Chev. Bruce Ratcliff, KTJ; Standard Bearer – Chev. Neil Johnson, KCTJ; Marshals – Dame Adele O’Dell, DCTJ, BMTJ, and Dame Marilyn O’Dell, DTJ; Sentinel – Chev. Dan Philbrick, KTJ; Man-tled Chivalry; Chaplain - Dame Vicki Ratcliff, DTJ; Herald – Chev. Robert “Mac” O’Dell, KTJ; Protocol Officer – Chev. Chris Jessen, GOTJ, BMTJ; Chancellor – Chev. Robert Buie, GOTJ; Prior – H.E. Chev. Mark O’Dell, GCTJ, BMTJ; Grand Bailiff – H.E. Chev. J. Connall Bell,GCTJ, GMTJ; Garde Eccose - Chev. Todd Wilkinson, KCTJ, Lieutenant of the Garde; Chev. James Brewen, KTJ, Man at Arms; Chev. Geoffrey Chaboude, KCTJ, GMTJ, Man at Arms; Chev. James Gallion, KTJ, Man at Arms. Please review: Policies and Procedures Manual: R-29-30. Each Knight and Dame who attended the “Investiture” were reminded of the ritual when it was our first Investiture, and also the oaths of the Order to whom we serve.
Priory of St. Columba continues - Photos: Priory of
St. Columba are by Dame Janey Brewen, DJT
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Members of the Installing Party were in their places, each to either side facing the Altar. The Prior signaled to all to be seat-ed. Prior voiced: “Let the sword be presented!” The Sentinel positioned inside the door of the Assembly gave one knock. From outside the door, three knocks were heard. The door was opened and the Sword Bearer entered and approached the Altar and performed his duty. The Prior called upon the Chap-lain to light the candles on the Knights Altar… With the Oaths stated and accepted, the Postulants were Knighted. Please review our Manual and the job description and duties of each Knight and Dame during the Investiture. Elevation in rank: Chev, Robert E Ryder, KTJ, was elevated to Knight Commander. The Investiture in all its aspects is rich in Templar ritual-symbolism. Please review in our Manual R-2 to R-53, such an examination will reveal a wealth of information for all of us as Knights and Dames. It is said: “The Temple is erected within the mind and Souls of the Order.” Our oaths at the Investiture ex-presses we must live our rituals and our Oaths. When an indi-vidual raises its hand to be inducted into the U.S.A. Military, we take the oath to defend our country not for a limited amount of time of duty, etc., but it is for our entire life-span. So it continues along with our Scottish Templar Order - SMOTJ. As said before by H.E. Chev. Mark O’Dell, GCTJ, BMTJ – Prior of St. Columba, “We only get out of our Order what we put into our Order.” The Investiture Dinner in the Priory of St. Columba is always a formal occasion. This year, it was better than a high school prom night with all the Dames and Knights dressed up in their finery – very impressive. To begin the festivities of the Investiture Dinner, the Prior welcomed all Knights, Dames and their guests. The Protocol Officer gave his instruction, and the following Invocation pro-ceeded: Chaplain: The Lord be with you. Response: And also with you. Chaplain: As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray, All: Eternal Spirit, Earth-maker, Pain-Bearer, Life-giver, Source of all that is and that shall be, Father and Mother of us all, Loving God, in whom is heaven: The hallowing of your name echo through the universe! The way of your justice be followed by the peoples of the world! Your heavenly will be done by all created beings! Your commonwealth of peace and freedom sustain our hope and come on earth. With the bread we need for today, feed us. In the hurts we absorb from one another, forgive us. In times of temptation and testing, strenathen us. From trials too great to endure, spaare us. From the grip of all that is evil, free us. For you reign in the glory of the power that is love, now and forever. Amen. [The Lord’s Prayer from a 1600’s New Zealand Prayer Book]
The many decorated tables seated about seven people each. We were served a delicious three course dinner of: salad, main course of Beef Bistro and veggies, or Chicken Breast on pasta with veggies, or Vegetarian with more veggies, fol-lowed by an assortment of pies. A huge “thank you” goes to the Prior and Priory of St. Colum-ba, the Commander of the Commandery of Bon Accord, and its’ members, for the success of this event. During the mealtime there was a series of seven toasts and a bit of fun after each toast. The fun part is unique, to say the least, and you just have to attend Priory of St. Columba’s Inves-titure dinner to experience the fun! After the dinner the Grand Baiiff and Prior called individually the newly Knights, Chev. Jeffrey Scott Campbell, KTJ, Thomas Richardson, KTJ, Jay William Goetz, KTJ and Dame Lucinda Goetz, DTJ. They were presented with SMOTJ Manuals and Patents. Also Chev. Robert E Ryder, KCTJ, was called upon to receive his Patent for being elevated to a Knight Commander. The Charity for the 2014 Investiture was the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks. The Commandery of Bon Accord put together an excellent Gift Basket overflowing with goodies and was excitedly auctioned off. The Prior said that with the Baili-wick matching the dollar amount, a check of $2,186.71 was sent to the Breast Cancer Foundation. “Our contributions keep rising.” It was a remarkable weekend. And, most of all, a special thank you for those good people who traveled miles and miles to attend the 2014 Investiture of St. Columba.
H.E. Chev. J. Connall Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ
Grand Bailiff - Grand Bailiwick
Priory of St. Columba — 2014 Investiture - continues
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Priory of St. Columba — 2014 Investiture - continues: photos by Dame Janey Brewen, DTJ
St. Columba
Colm Cile [Gaelic], Columba [Latin],
Saint: the “dove”; the man who loved
books; sixth century; one of the major
patrons of Ireland. Not always a dove,
he fought a battle at the foot of Ben
Bulben’s Head in County Sligo [http://
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benbulbin] over a
copy of the Psalter. He also went on
trial over his claim to a book he illumi-
nated. The Irish claim that copyright
laws originated with this trial. Horrified
at the deaths he caused, he exiled
himself to Scotland and founded the
crown jewel of monastic foundations on
the island of Iona. He became active
there in the conversion of the Pictish
Scots. He later returned to Ireland to
defend poets threatended with exile.
The whole Celtic poetic tradition owes
its survival to Colm Cille.
Left: Chev. Jeff
Scott Campbell, KTJ
Right: Chev.
Thomas
Richardson, KTJ
Left: Chev.
Jay William
Goetz, KTJ
Right: Chev.
Robert E
Ryder, KCTJ
Left: Dame
Lucinda J.
Goetz, DTJ
Right:: Newly
Knights and
Dame, Grand
Bailiff, and Prior
Below left: Priory
of St. Columba
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Commandery of Stirling
by Chev. Geoffrey Chaboude, KCTJ, BMTJ
Left to right: Chev. Derrick Bruce,KTJ, Dame Judy
Chaboude, DCTJ, Chev. Geoff Chaboude, KCTJ,
GMTJ, Chev. James Brewen, KTJ, Dame Janey
Brewen, DTJ, Dame Lucinda Goetz,DTJ, Dame
Deborah Bruce, DTJ, and Chev. Jay Goetz,KTJ.
The picture above is from our meeting Friday
April 11. The photos were taken by Dame Janey
Brewen, DTJ. We made up 8 baskets full of per-
sonal toiletries for the Battered Women's shelter
and a large basket of toys for the children.
April 2, 2014 - Nondestructive Testing of a Rare. Crusader Sword
https://www.asnt.org/~/media/Files/Publications/TNT/TNT_13-2.ashx
Crusader Sword
submitted by Chev. Allen Cummings, KCTJ, SMOTJ Webmaster and Preceptor, Preceptory of Rosslyn.
http://www.scotsman.com/news/scotland/top-stories/ryder-cup-2014-gleneagles
-will-be-car-free-zone-1-3351825
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Priory of Robert
the Bruce
2014 Calendar of Events
April 16 - Anniversary of the Battle of Culloden, 1746
April 20 - Easter Sunday
May 3 - Priory Convent – Anaheim First Presbyterian Church
May 30: The Feast Day of Jeanne d ’Arc
June 7- Commandery of Saint Cuthbert Formal Meeting – Jacksonville, OR
June 14- Priory Executive Board Meeting
June 23-24 - Anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn, 1314
June 28 – British Home Tea Sierra Madre, CA
July 12 - Orange Ronald McDonald House
September 20 - L.A. Regional Food Bank - 8:30am to 12:00 noon
October 4: Priory Executive Board Meeting
November 8 – Postulant's Reception Prior’s Home – Ana-heim Hills
November 9 – Priory Investiture - Anaheim First Presbyteri-an Church
November 9 – Officer’s Mess – White House Restaurant, Anaheim
November 30 - Saint Andrew’s Day, Patron Saint of Scotland
December 13-- Priory Charity Christmas Party (Costa Me-sa)
December 25 – Christmas Day
2015 January 1 - Hogmanay
By H.E. Chev. W. James
Nethery, GCTJ, SMTJ
April 2014
On Saturday, June 7th 2014 at 3:00 PM, The Commandery of Saint Cuthbert will be having its annual formal meeting at St. Anglican Church 305 N. 5th Street, Jacksonville, OR. After the formal meeting the Officers Mess and Charity Auction will com-mence and will be in the Jacksonville Inn Restaurant starting at 6:00 PM In attendance will be our Grand Bailiff Chev. J. Connall Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ, and Executive Officer Dame Patricia Tennyson Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ. Also in attendance will be Chev. W. James Nethery, GCTJ, SMTJ, Prior, Priory of Robert the Bruce. We will be hosting new postulants Richard Novosad and Donna Dabeck, and we are looking forward to meeting them for the first time and welcoming them to our Order. We all look forward to our time together during our annual formal meeting as it is a great time to renew friendships and continue our mis-sion to help the less fortunate. Sincerely Yours, Chev. Mark A. Peterson, KTJ Commander St. Cuthbert
Saint Cuthbert Commandery Meeting Set For June 7th
, 2014
Chev. Mark Peterson, KTJ and
Dame Cora Peterson, DTJ
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The Chevaliers, Dames, and guests of the Commandery of Athlit held their 2014 Annual Meeting at Heritage Hall in Carlsbad, California on Thursday, February 22nd. They were piped in according to traditional protocol by Chev. Michael Rose, an accomplished piper with the Los Angeles Emerald Society. Following the formal ritual, Chev. Edward Ries pre-sented the annual report and plans for the new year. Cash contributions went to support the operations of Operation Caregiver, to provide packages of knit caps, stockings, can-dy, paperbacks, and comfort items to troops serving in Af-ghanistan. In addition to funds and hours of service provided by members of the Commandery, Chev. Michael Lamar and Dame Eva Lamar have led Operation Caregiver for many years, contributing untold hours and more than ten thousand dollars this year alone to this program that has benefitted thousands of military men and women in Iraq and Afghani-stan.
Altogether fitting after such a formal event, the members and guests of the Commandery gathered for dinner at O’Sul-livans in Carlsbad, followed by a military-style ‘dining in’ or ‘mess night’. In accordance with tradition for such gatherings dating back 300 years or more in the military services of Great Britain and the United States, two Chevs, Edward Ries and Michael (Doc) Lamar, by virtue of their experience with such affairs during their service with the United States Ma-rine Corps – were designated ‘Mister President’ and ‘Mister Vice’ to lead the proceedings.
Mister Vice carefully noted ‘infractions’ of protocol during the round of toasts to the President, the Queen, the Order, the Grand Prior, the Prior, various dignitaries, and the Knights and Dames present. In order, Mister Vice called up-on those committing ‘infractions’ (actually everyone present) to atone by singing, reciting a poem or stirring prose, or tell-ing a story for the enjoyment of the group. Additionally, Bob-by Ries entertained on the bodhrun and Michael Rose on the
kitchen pipes. Everyone attending agreed that it was a mar-velous evening and can hardly wait to repeat the ‘dining in’ later in the year.
Photo of our piper 'Mick Rose at Memorial. In addition to being our piper, he is the piper for Clan Rose (newly appoint-
ed President).
Commandery of Athlit Annual Meeting and Dining In
Chev. Ed Ries, KCTJ - Commandery
Standing - left to right, Chev. Richard D. Marsh, KTJ, Chev. Mark W. Nelson, KTJ, Chev. J. Connall Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ, Chev. Gary L. Herbold, GOTJ, Chev. John E. Hunter, KCTJ, Chev. W. James Neth-ery, GCTJ, SMTJ, Chev. Mark A. Peterson, KTJ. Seating - left to right, Dame Joyce Nethery, DTJ, Dame Roberta A. Marsh, DTJ, Dame Patricia T. Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ, Dame Sharon M. Vice, DCTJ, Dame Donna F. Paulson, DTJ, Dame Donna K. Hunter, DTJ, Dame Cora M. Peterson, DTJ.
Commandery of Saint Cuthbert Formal Meeting 2013 - Continues
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In the group photo here are the names Back Row Left to right - Me- Cheryl Cook DTJ Commander, Chrisy Orcholski DTJ, Rich-ard Strayer KTJ, His Guest, Duane Collie My Friend, Sandra Sokol DTJ, George Mitchell Postulant. Front Row - Tyson Ronquilla My Friend, Scott Luekens KTJ, Sandra Luekens DTJ, Lori Morris My Friend, Janine Sokol San-dra's Sister, Karleen Horan My Mother at Heart, Charles Horan My Father at Heart, Scott Graham KTJ
On March 22nd, 2014 the Commandery of Good Sir James provided the Ronald McDonald House an Italian Dinner which included Lasagna, pizza, green salad, and several desserts.
We also were able to have members who are pipers play at the event as well. A big thank you goes out the Richard Stray-er & Christine Orcholski for the entertainment, it was well re-ceived by those who were at the Ronald McDonald home.
They were taking photos and some took video to share with others later. One of our members through a translator was able to give them information on the clans and the significance
of the tartans. We had a tremendous showing of participants.
The charity of the Ronald McDonald house serves several families who had children going through several different types of operations and treatments. One of the families were at the hospital and were unable to come back to the house so a vol-unteer from the house took them a tray of lasagna, a pizza, some salad and dessert so they could eat there. These homes are a life line for so many people and I am honored to be able to help in our small way.
The Commandery of the Good Sir James Annual trip to at the Orange County Food Bank in Garden Grove, California was on January 25, 2014. We were joined by two other groups from the Honda Good Guys and Gays for Good. In the two hours we were there we packed just over 1800 boxes that will be a great help to those in need. In our area approximately 96% of the food we packed
will go to Senior Citizens who have out lived their retirement and need the help so they can afford medications. This event always leaves you feeling rewarded and grateful that you are able to give to the community in some small way. Afterwards we all went to the Olde Ship Restaurant and en-joyed a great meal and wonderful fellowship.
Commandery of Good Sir James
by Cheryl Armstrong Cook, DTJ, Commander
Chev. Todd Wilkinson & Dame Laurissa Gronwall will be joined in the sacrament of Holy Matrimony on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at St. Martin's-by-the Lake Episcopal Church, Minnetonka Beach, Minne-sota. A dinner will follow. As soon as we have more specific details, we will announce them to the Order. Dame Adele O'Dell, Commander of the Com-mandery of the Bon Accord, formally announced their engagement at the dinner following the recent Investiture of the Priory of St. Columba on March 8, 2014. Todd & Laurissa met in August 2013 as a result of Laurissa's work with a US Army Chaplain in Afghan-istan who was collecting toys, clothing and school supplies for Afghan children. Todd then helped or-ganize a donation from the Bon Accord, which was sent to Laurissa last November. As such, they credit their service as Poor Soldiers of Christ in bringing them together as a couple. Joined with Todd & Laurissa will be their children, Emilio (11), Nadia (9), Shannon (6) and Nicholas(3).
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Celtic Handfasting:: Traditionally, a Handfasting was performed by
a priest or priestess, who would invoke the energies of the four elements
to create a sacred circle in which the couple could be joined as embodi-
ments of god and goddess. The cloth that bound their hands was usually
the tartan plaid, representing the groom’s clan or family group. One of
lovely symbols about Handfasting is that it is also a declaration of intent,
where the bride and groom clearly state that they are marrying of their
own free will, as well as stating their vows. In this particular ceremony, six
cords are draped over the couples’ hands, one for each vow made.
Engagement of Chev. Todd J. Wilkinson, KCTJ and Dame Laurissa Gronwall, DTJ
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From the Highlands to the Plains By Chev. Thomas Richardson, KTJ
“Every line of strength in American history is one colored in Scottish blood.”
When President Woodrow Wilson delivered these words, he was speaking an unquestionable axiom that remains prevalent today. Scottish-Americans are an essential part of our society and they permeate numerous aspects of our lives so much that we underestimate how much Scottish influence exists. Maintaining such heritage exists in a variety of forms such as Scottish and St. An-drews societies. Scots people celebrate Tartan Day on April 6th, which honors the Declaration of Arbroath and people wear traditional kilts and clan tartans. Burns Suppers held every January honor the memory of the Bard, Robert Burns, an 18th century Scottish poet who wrote and chronicled hundreds of poems that have become landmarks in Scottish literature, such as Auld Lang Syne. Highland Games and Scottish festival are argua-bly the most recognizable aspect of Scottish cul-ture. Athletic events and a shared community of Scottish clans exhibit Scottish heritage and en-gages the public in an educational and entertain-ing fashion. Scottish clan organizations bring people of Scottish ancestry together, by way of researching their family history and Scottish con-nection.
How does this pertain to Emporia State Univer-sity? Does having a Scottish society and hosting a Highland game represent the whole of the herit-age within Kansas? One answer lies with the community and individuals. The way to connect and learn about one’s Scottish ancestry is through genealogical research. Sometimes we recognize Scottish names, but making the connections with names is only the beginning. For many years, I barely acknowledged the background of my mid-dle name, MacLean. However, after developing a strong interest in Scottish clan heritage and histo-ry, I learned that through my great-grandfather George McLane that I was related to the MacLeans of Duart, a clan located on the Isle of Mull in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. Realizing that I possessed Scottish ancestry, it only in-creased my love of learning all things Scottish—propelling me to study at the University of St. An-drews. I’m proud to wear my kilt and when people
ask me about my Scottish roots, I’m always more than happy to tell them! Great numbers of people possess Scottish ancestry and with the right as-sistance in researching their genealogy and clan heritage, they can dive into a rich cultural land-scape.
Perhaps you’re related to Clan Anderson, Fer-guson, Armstrong, or Sutherland? If your sur-names are Douglass, Clark, Cockburn, MacDon-ald, Johnston, Ramsay, Gordon, Wallace, or among the many different names recognized by the Scottish government, you could indeed have ancestral connections. Scottish blood could be flowing through your veins and you can discover what it has to teach you!
Chev. Thomas Richardson, KTJ
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